NICOLO BARELLA NEWS

Quiet against Lazio Barella took one off-target shot, sent in one accurate cross and won one of two tackles and four duels in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lazio.

Impact Barella mostly focused on defending in this given the caliber of the opponents and was not a factor in the final third. He has logged two assists, eight shots, seven chances and five tackles in the last five matches. Inter will visit Atalanta Sunday.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligibile to face Bologna Barella served his suspension Wednesday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Barella will be back in the lineup in January 6th's game versus Bologna and could directly replace Hakan Calhanoglu, who will be suspended for such game, with Arturo Vidal possibly staying in the XI. He has tallied two assists, seven shots, seven chances and four tackles in the last four matches.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Torino game Barella took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, had one interception and picked up his fifth yellow card in Friday's 5-0 win over Torino.

Impact Barella had a subpar game compared to most of his teammates and will have to sit out Wednesday's home game versus Torino due to yellow-card accumulation. He will be replaced by either Roberto Gagliardini or Arturo Vidal.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists against Cagliari Barella took four shots (two on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), created four scoring chances and picked up two assists in Saturday's 4-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Barella was extra busy on offense since the match-up was easy, paced his team in chances and came away with a pair of assists by setting up Alexis Sanchez and Lautaro Martinez with timely passes. He had not teed up a teammate since September. He is now up to seven helpers, 40 chances created, 45 tackles and 38 crosses in 22 games. Inter will visit Salernitana Friday.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid finishes top of CL group with 2-0 win over Inter

Real Madrid has secured first place in its Champions League group with a 2-0 win over Inter Milan

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

After red cards, late goals, Atletico advances to CL last 16

A win-or-bust match in the Champions League between Porto and Atletico Madrid saw three red cards, on-field brawls, countless chances and a flurry of late goals

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off against Real Madrid Barella received a straight red card in the 64th minute of Tuesday's Champions League defeat against Real Madrid for a foul on Eder Militao. He took a shot and created a chance in...

Impact Barella punched Eder Miliato in the leg and was sent off for it on Tuesday. He will be suspended for the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 in February, and possibly for longer.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Modest against Venezia Barella took two shots (zero on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate) and won two duels in Saturday's 2-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Barella had a so-so game in this one as the offense went through his teammates and Inter did not have to defend a whole lot. He has recorded five assists, 34 shots, 45 chances created and 38 tackles in 19 games. Inter will host Spezia Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Shakhtar Barella took two off-target shots, created two scoring chances, had three interceptions and won three duels in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Barella provided a decent contribution to both phases, but his role in the offense has clearly dipped recently after a blistering starting, where he had recorded five assists in the first seven matches. He has not collected points since, but he can pick up stats across the board. Inter will face Venezia away Sunday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws two fouls against Napoli Barella took two shots (one on target), created one scoring chance, drew two fouls and won four duels in Sunday's 3-2 wiin over Napoli.

Impact Barella turned in another solid but uninspiring shift while he continues to play through a lingering thigh injury. He can contribute across the board but he has not been a major asset in two months. He has posted 30 shots, 33 chances created, 32 crosses and 33 tackles in 17 games. Inter will host Shakhtar Donetsk in Champions League Wednesday and then visit Venezia Saturday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli finally beaten as Inter revives Serie A title bid

Serie A leader Napoli lost for the first time this season as Inter Milan reinvigorated its Italian title bid with a 3-2 win

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Features with Italy Barella (thigh) played most of Friday's game versus Switzerland.

Impact Barella appeared to lack some burst due to the recent issue, but he was able to play through it and, barring a setback in the second match, he will be available for Inter in next Sunday's match with Napoli. He has registered one goal, five assists, 28 shots and 32 chances created in 16 games.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids substantial issues Barella (thigh) underwent some tests after joining the Italy camp and could play Friday versus Switzerland, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Barella will continue to be assessed in the lead-up of the game, but his problem is not considered severe. He should not have any issue being available for the next Serie A game versus Napoli.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Milan Barella created two scoring chances, won two of three tackles and three duels and took one shot on target in 68 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Milan and was taken out due to a t...

Impact Barella did not have a particularly big impact on the game but picked up stats in both ends. He signaled that he felt a muscle tighten up to the staff. He will be evaluated by Italy doctors in the next couple of days. Inter will host Napoli after the break.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Inter Barella has signed a five-year contract extension through 2026 with Inter, the club announced Friday.

Impact Barella has been a star during his two years so far with Inter, posting eight goals and 27 assists in 102 appearances across all competitions since transferring from Cagliari in the summer of 2019. The 24-year-old has also become in integral part of the Italian National Team -- he started six of seven games during Euro 2020, which Italy won -- and he is looking forward to continuing to lead the midfield in Milan in the future.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Sheriff Barella drew one foul, had two successful take-ons, won seven duels and created two scoring chances in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Sheriff Tiraspol.

Impact Barella had a relatively quiet day on offense as a few teammates did more damage than him, but he still picked up a few stats across the board. He has posted one goal, five assists, 27 shots and 30 crosses in 15 games. Inter will face Milan Sunday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fires seven shots in Udinese match Barella won seven duels, had three successful take-ons, created one scoring chance and took seven shots (two on target) in Sunday's 2-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Barella had multiple dangerous attempts, but he did not manage to put one in the net, also because of the opposition of Marco Silvestri. Despite the lack of points, he has posted 20 shots, ten chances created, 13 crosses and eight tackles in the last seven matches. Inter will face Sheriff Tiraspol in Champions League Wednesday and then Milan next Sunday.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws three fouls against Empoli Barella took two shots (zero on target), sent in three crosses (one accurate) created one scoring chance and drew three fouls in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Barella participated more to the offense in this one, but he did not put up a particularly impressive line, although he picked up stats in multiple categories. He has not been able to collect points in the last six appearances, where he has tallied 13 shots, nine chances, 12 crosses and 12 tackles. Inter will host Udinese Sunday.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four duels against Juventus Barella sent in two crosses (zero accurate), drew one foul, won four duels and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Barella had multiple strong plays thanks to his superb dynamism in the midfield, but that did not lead to a major statistical output differently from other instances. After a fast start, he has not picked up points in the past five matches. He has recorded eight chances, 11 shots, nine crosses and 11 tackles in such stretch. Inter will face Empoli away Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances vs. Sheriff Barella created five chances during a UEFA Champions League win Tuesday versus Sheriff Tiraspol.

Impact Barella created 21.7 percent of Inter Milan's chances. He recorded 16 across his last four league-based appearances at the San Siro and will try to maintain a great rate concerning that statistical category.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws PK versus Lazio Barella took two shots (zero on target), sent in four crosses (two accurate), drew two fouls and won five duels in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Lazio.

Impact Barella had another positive performance despite the loss and was instrumental on the early goal, as he got fouled in the box on a deep foray. He has registered one goal, five assists, 20 chances created and 18 tackles in ten matches. Inter will host Sheriff Tiraspol in Champions League Tuesday and Juventus next Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets busy against Sassuolo Barella took six shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (one accurate), won seven duels and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Barella paced his team in shots by a margin, but he was not precise when finishing. He has posted one goal, five assists, 19 chances created and 19 crosses through nine appearances. Inter will visit Lazio after the break.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlucky against Shakhtar Barella took two off-target shots, won two of two tackles, drew two fouls and won four duels in Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Barella failed to either score or assist for the first time in the season. He had one of the biggest chances for his side, but he hit the crossbar. He has notched one goal, five helpers, 18 chances created and 14 tackles in eight games. Inter will face Sassuolo away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again versus Atalanta Barella sent in four crosses (three accurate), created five scoring chances, had two successful take-ons and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Barella tallied his fifth assist of the season by finding Lautaro Martinez in the box with a pinpoint assist. He has failed to pick up points just in one game thus far. He has added one goal, 18 chances created, 16 crosses and 12 tackles in seven appearances. Inter will face Shakhtar Donetsk away in Champions League Tuesday and then Sassuolo Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up another teammate in Fiorentina game Barella created two scoring chances, sent in two crosses, drew one foul and picked up an assist in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Barella picked up his fourth assist of the campaign by finding Matteo Darmian with a slick pass in the box ahead of the equalizer. He has already amassed half of his production of the entire past season in terms of helpers. He has also scored once, created 13 chances, sent in 12 crosses and won 12 tackles in six games. Inter will host Atalanta Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE